The Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!

<p>Join Alicya, Deb, and Sue as they share the ups, the downs and everything in between on being a midlife woman in today's world. It's like sitting down for a chat with your best friends. Menopause, relationships, health, we cover it all.  Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!</p>

Happiness - Season Finale

In the Season Finale, we're talking about the search for happiness. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:The Happiness Project by Gretchen RubinThe Happiness Advantage by Shawn AchorThe Happiness of Pursuit by Chris Guillebeau (Youtube)Arthur BrooksIs This a Midlife Crisis?Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changea...

06-29
37:45

Making Friends

How do you make friends in midlife? We're exploring this subject and so much more!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainme...

06-20
42:45

Loneliness & Aging

We're talking about loneliness and agingReal conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Companion Robots for New York seniorsAll The Lonely People DocumentaryMen's Sheds CanadaMen's Sheds UKHappy to Chat Bench InititiveEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Wo...

06-06
34:40

Introverts: It's Our Time to Shine

We're introverts and since one-third to one-half of the population are introverts too, chances are you are one or you know one. Listen in as we share our experiences with introversion.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Quiet: The Power of Introverts by Susan CainSusan Cain Ted TalkEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeand...

05-23
36:14

Motherhood - The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

We're talking about the good, the bad, and the ugly of being a mom.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources mentioned in this episodeThe Lost DaughterShirley ValentineCBC article on the aging populationEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the...

05-09
34:30

Is Menopause a Hormone Deficiency?

Is menopause a hormone deficiency? Listen to what we think about this controversial subject.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Dr. Jen GunterDr. Louise NewsonThe Menopause Charity (UK)North American Menopause SocietyEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True ...

04-25
34:35

Empowering Women

We're talking about empowering women and girls in today's world. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and s...

04-11
33:00

Dr Google

We're chatting about the Do's and Dont's of 'Googling' your health symptoms.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Science Up FirstWebMDMayo ClinicHealth CanadaNHS-UKEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alic...

03-28
37:27

Are You Overthinking?

Overthinking often leads to excessive worrying and anxiety so if you find yourself overthinking, you're not alone. We're sharing our thoughts on the downside of overthinking. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Anxiety CanadaTogether AllCAMHRelax, Dammit!: A User's Guide to the Age of Anxiety by Timothy CaulfieldCanadian Mental Health AssociationUK Mental Health HelplinesUS Mental Health HelplinesEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyap...

03-14
38:30

Season 3 - Catching Up!

We're back for Season 3. Catching up, new beginnings, wildfires, and so much more!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainme...

02-28
34:00

Season 2 Finale

It's our last episode of the season and we're talking about Dr. Jen Gunter's new book - The Menopause Manifesto. We're also sharing important lessons we've learned over the past year so come and join us for our 75th episode!!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:The Menopause ManifestoDr. Jen Gunter on TwitterJensplaining on CBC Gem Season 1Cancer & Covid-19 - What You Need To KnowLeaving The Nest Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alic...

06-21
28:30

Men's Mental Health

We're talking about Men's Mental Health & why it's so important to check in with the men in our lives.*Trigger Warning*In this episode, we're talking about mental health including depression and suicide. This subject may be triggering to some but it's an important subject we need to talk about.#mensmentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Roman Kemp: Our Silent EmergencySilent Crisis - HuffPostMen's Den CanadaWalk A Lo...

06-07
31:10

Keeping Up

How good are you at keeping up with the latest technology? #technology #midlife Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment...

05-31
35:57

Finding Your Roots

Finding your roots and discovering your family ancestry can take you on an emotional journey for connections. Join us as we share our experiences with this fascinating subject.#ancestry #familytree Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True...

05-24
37:50

Life After Covid-19

Dare we dream of life after Covid-19?#pandemic #lifeaftercovid Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources mentioned in this episodeThe Canadian PressScience Up FirstEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Ali...

05-17
30:00

It's All Too Much!

Since it's Mental Health Awareness and Mother's Day this week, it's a good time to acknowledge the struggles women face today. We see you, we support you, and we're celebrating your strength!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story ...

05-10
29:26

Letting Go

There's a reason why Marie Kondo & The Minimalists are so popular; many of us have trouble letting go of all the stuff we accumulate. Listen in as we share our experiences with holding on to too much stuff!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Le...

05-03
33:58

Summer Planning

We're talking about Summer, Cottagecore, the Bay City Rollers and all sorts of things this week!. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is...

04-27
32:15

Memories

We're delving into memories this week and discovering they're more important than we think they are!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!ResourcesBefore I go to Sleep by S J WatsonAberfanEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anx...

04-19
39:52

Stress: Bending Without Breaking

Stress has been called the silent killer yet so many of us carry it around. In this global pandemic, many of us are at our breaking point so it's time to face it head-on and learn to manage it before it becomes too much!Resources Stress Management Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.chang...

04-05
34:39

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